40th Anniversary

School of Nursing

Welcome prospective students, faculty, friends, and alumni to the Washburn University School of Nursing. The School of Nursing offers exceptional undergraduate and graduate educational programs. Our nurse graduates are making significant contributions in the delivery of health care to the people of Kansas and many other communities in the nation and the world. You will be excited to know that the United States Department of Labor reports that the nursing profession is the number one profession for the next decade. Come explore more information about the School of Nursing, and learn what it takes to be a Washburn University Nurse.

Americorps Whole Health Management Project

Valeo Behavioral Health Care is recruiting individuals for AmeriCorps Wellness Coaches to work directly with Valeo consumers to provide basic health and wellness supports to better address the comprehensive health needs of those with mental health and/or substance use issues. Candidates will, at a minimum, have a basic understanding of wellness, disease prevention, and management of chronic health conditions.

On-Site Evaluation Notice

Washburn University School of Nursing is pleased to announce that the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) will conduct an on-site evaluation of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program and the Post-Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP) Certificate program from March 9 to 11, 2015. Communities of interest (e.g. students, alumni, faculty, employers, etc.) can provide written input into the deliberations of the evaluation team. Written and signed third-party comments will be accepted by CCNE until February 7, 2015. All comments should be directed to:

What's an Ichabod?

Washburn's mascot, the Ichabod, honors the school's early benefactor, Ichabod Washburn, a 19th century Massachusetts industrialist. The original design of the studious-looking, tuxedo-clad figure was created in 1938 by Bradbury Thompson (ba '34), who became an internationally acclaimed graphic artist. Design wasn't Thompson's only consideration. To the stylized Ichabod the artist attributed the qualities of "...courage and enthusiasm, as shown by his brisk walk. He is democratic and courteous, for he tips his hat as he passes. Sincere in his search for truth and knowledge, he studiously carries a book under his arm..."